Title: Explore Lake Macquarie and Newcastle! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Explore Lake Macquarie and Newcastle! Lakefront cottage in Newcastle with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/90000000/89991400/89991326/3bc091c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/90000000/89991400/89991326/a1e0728a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/90000000/89991400/89991326/f40b2426.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/90000000/89991400/89991326/094dd8ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/90000000/89991400/89991326/a602955d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Just 2 hours north of Sydney, Willie Wagtail Cottage is a haven for those seeking adventure and relaxation. With its fully fenced yard and off-street parking, this modern cottage comfortably sleeps 4 and welcomes pets. Enjoy the social open plan kitchen, dining and living room or take a short stroll to Belmont Bay with grassed areas, picnic tables, paths playgrounds - an ideal escape from city life. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4646 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Explore Lake Macquarie and Newcastle! Weekly and monthly discounts available! Named after the native Australian birds that often chatter on the fence, Willie Wagtail Cottage is modern and light filled, with refreshing coastal breezes on the hottest of days. Comfortably sleeping 4, Willie Wagtail Cottage is great for couples or a family looking for some fun and adventure. PETS Your furry friend is welcome to come, the yard is fully fenced and secure. We just ask that you be respectful - please clean up after your pet, and if they do come in to say hello, keep them off lounges and out of the carpeted bedrooms. THE COTTAGE The cottage has a social open plan kitchen, dining and living room, bathroom/laundry and 2 bedrooms with very comfortable queen size beds. We pride ourselves on keeping the property clean, and with all bed linen and bathroom towels supplied guests can turn up and enjoy a very relaxed and convenient getaway. There is off-street parking and we are located in a quiet friendly neighbourhood. LOCATION Just 2 hours north of Sydney, this is the perfect escape where you can explore the amazing Lake Macquarie, Newcastle and Hunter Region. Willie Wagtail Cottage is just 250m walk to Belmont Bay, Lake Macquarie which has grassed areas, picnic tables, paths, playground, boat ramp and is home to pelicans and black swans. If you love the beach you won’t be disappointed. Blacksmiths Beach can be accessed by foot, or within 10 minutes drive you have the spectacular Caves Beach to the south, popular Redhead Beach to the north, or pretty Naru Beach situated within the lake. If you enjoy heading out for a meal - a café, restaurant, pub and yacht club are all walking distance, with many more takeaways and cafés available just a 3-5 minute drive away in Belmont or Swansea. Here you will also find major grocery stores, chemists and other shops. If you’re bringing the boat we have ample off-street parking and it’s only a quick drive to multiple ramps to launch with access to the lake, channel or ocean. A padlocked shed is on the property for storage of your surfboards, bikes, golf clubs or other gear. Choose to relax, or keep yourself busy! Enjoy walking or bike riding on the Fernleigh Track or in many of the close by bushlands, have a round of golf with ocean views at the local course, go fishing or kayaking, or even brave skydiving with Lake Macquarie Airport just a few minutes away. If you want to explore, Newcastle with its famous harbour and beaches are just a 30 minute drive, and the Hunter Valley Wine Region is just an hour drive. You will love your stay in this great quiet location, with convenience to everything you could possibly want! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the sea - On a lake ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 646 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33561700/33561621/9864788c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ducks Bungalow- Lake Macquarie Marks Point - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 233 reviews £164 includes taxes & fees 21 Oct - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number PID-STRA-46542, 2280 ## About the area Located on a lake, this cottage is in Belmont South, a neighbourhood in Newcastle. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Macquarie and Newcastle Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hunter Ice Skating Stadium or Newcastle International Hockey Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. [Visit our Newcastle travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle.dx6047788) [View more Cottages in Newcastle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Cottages.d6047788-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.04789%2C151.65753&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3QoLLTz-u2mbP1Aj_hjAbjqDlBw=) Belmont South, NSW ### What's nearby - Lake Macquarie - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Belmont Golf Course - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Blacksmiths Beach - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles - John Hunter Hospital - 18 min drive - 10.8 miles - Newcastle Beach - 24 min drive - 13.4 miles ### Getting around - Kotara Station - 17 min drive - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 45 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Belmont 16s - ‬4 min drive - ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Yoga Place Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪Good One Coffee & Things - ‬3 min drive - ‪Blacksmiths Take Away - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Explore Lake Macquarie and Newcastle! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Explore Lake Macquarie and Newcastle!? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Explore Lake Macquarie and Newcastle!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Explore Lake Macquarie and Newcastle! located? > Located in Belmont South, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Macquarie and Blacksmiths Beach. Belmont Golf Course and Byrnes Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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